The Plate
Every world starts on a stage.
Two performers, a green screen and a camera move. Block it, time it and prove the shot works before a single asset exists.
Mumbai’s Premier Creative Institute
Train Like a Studio. Work Like a Pro.
India’s most hands-on school for VFX, Animation, Motion Graphics, Gaming & Filmmaking. Real projects. Real tools. Real industry mentors. Graduate with a showreel — and a job.
Environment
Build the world, layer by layer.
Matte painting, set extension and atmosphere — until the distance reads as real miles.
FX & Simulation
Then set it on fire.
Embers, smoke and lava, simulated and lit to sit inside the plate rather than float over it.
Character FX
Then make them collide.
Fire against ice, simulated and rendered so every spark, shard and shockwave obeys the same light as the plate.
Light & Grade
Light it. Grade it. Ship it.
Match the sun, marry the blacks, finish the frame. This is the one that goes on your reel.
By the Numbers
Our work speaks through numbers.
Every figure here is a person who finished the course and went to work — or a studio that hired one.
- 500+
- Students Placed
- Now on features including Pushpa and Border 2.
- 15+
- Specialised Courses
- VFX, animation, gaming, motion graphics, editing and design.
- 10
- Years in Industry
- Built on the floor of Visual Birds Studio.
- 95%
- Placement Rate
- Seven partner studios hiring straight from the course.
Work by Our Students
Shot, cut and finished here.
Films made on the course, by people who arrived without a showreel. Whatever the set is showing is the one that plays — press it and it runs right here.
Where they are now
Placement Diaries.
Students from the course, in their own words — including two now working on feature films.
Hiring Partners
About Us
Mumbai’s creative powerhouse.
Here, your imagination becomes skill and skill becomes a career. Born from real studio DNA, we train artists to think boldly, create fearlessly, and deliver visuals that turn heads across films, OTT, gaming, and advertising. With hands-on tools, industry mentors, and a placement-driven ecosystem, we don’t just teach VFX — we shape professionals who can compete with the best.
Our Mission
Ignite talent with studio-level training.
Real-world workflows, and powerful mentorship. We aim to produce confident, job-ready artists who can innovate, execute, and thrive in today’s fast-evolving media universe.
Our Vision
India’s launchpad for future-ready creators.
To become India’s leading launchpad for future-ready creators, inspiring global-quality artistry, raising industry standards, and empowering every student to leave a lasting impact on the world of visual storytelling.
The VFX Advantage
Designed for creators who want more.
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Real Studio Experience
Gain direct exposure to professional workflows, production environments, and industry pipelines. Learn exactly how studios operate so you enter your first job confident, skilled, and fully prepared to deliver real results.
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Mentorship That Shapes Careers
Train under seasoned artists, creative directors, and production experts who bring real project insights. Their guidance sharpens your craft, elevates your thinking, and accelerates your transformation into a job-ready VFX professional.
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Learning That Never Hits Pause
Access unlimited practice hours, creative challenges, production-style tasks, and continuous improvement sessions. Your growth never stops, ensuring you stay sharp, relevant, and ready for opportunities across the global media industry.
Explore MECAT — Discover Your Creative DNA
MECAT (Media & Entertainment Creative Aptitude Test) is your first step toward uncovering where your true creative strengths lie. Designed for students from Grade 10 onwards, this assessment highlights your potential across visual thinking, problem-solving, communication, and team creativity, helping you understand exactly where you shine in the media and entertainment world.
More DetailsOur Courses
Find your creative path.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or a working professional looking to level up, we have a structured program designed around your career destination, not just the syllabus.
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Master in CGI and Gaming
Master the full CGI and gaming pipeline using Houdini, Blender, Unreal Engine, and Photoshop. Build environments, characters, animations, and real-time scenes to create a high-quality showreel for careers in gaming, CGI, and virtual production.
On the course
- Learn CGI + Unreal Engine workflows
- Build worlds, characters & game-ready assets
- Create a powerful CGI & gaming showreel
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Film and OTT VFX Artist Diploma
Master advanced compositing, tracking, paint, keying, cleanup, CG integration, and finishing using Nuke, Silhouette, Mocha, 3D Equalizer, and Photoshop AI. Build a professional, high-end VFX showreel ready for global studio opportunities.
On the course
- Advanced Nuke + 3D Equalizer workflows
- Master cleanup, compositing & photoreal finishing
- CGI integration and visual effects
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VFX Compositing Artist Program
Studio-level VFX skills including compositing, tracking, cleanup, paint, keying, roto, and CG integration using Nuke, Mocha, Silhouette, and 3D Equalizer. Build professional VFX shots, production-ready.
On the course
- Learn Nuke, Mocha, Silhouette, 3D Equalizer
- Master cleanup, tracking & CG integration
- Build a studio-grade VFX showreel
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Master in VFX
A complete professional-level VFX course covering the entire pipeline, from green screen removal to 3D integration. Work on real projects and create a studio-quality showreel.
On the course
- Compositing & green screen removal
- Roto, tracking & cleanup
- CGI integration and visual effects
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AI Content Creation and Filmmaking
Learn how next-gen AI tools reshape scripting, storyboarding, shot creation, animation, and post-production. Build films faster, smarter, and without large crews. Perfect for creators ready to jump into the future of filmmaking.
On the course
- AI storyboarding & scene generation
- AI-based character & motion creation
- Cinematic shot design & filmmaking workflows
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Graphic Design and Visual Communication
Master advanced graphic design with training in branding, layout, typography, photo manipulation, and social media design. Build a polished portfolio, develop real client-style projects, and learn industry workflows that make you a high-value creative professional.
On the course
- Branding, layouts & visual identity design
- Typography, composition & creative direction
- Build a polished, studio-ready design portfolio
Some of
Our work.
Blog
Our latest blog.
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26 November 2025
The Complete Beginner’s Guide to 3D Animation
And how to start today
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26 November 2025
Top 10 Tools Every Future VFX Artist Must Master
The software the studios actually run
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26 November 2025
Motion Graphics vs. Video Editing
Which creative career fits you?
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26 November 2025
How AI Is Transforming Filmmaking
The rise of zero-crew production
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26 November 2025
Top 10 Tools Every Future VFX Artist Must Master
The software the studios actually run
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26 November 2025
Motion Graphics vs. Video Editing
Which creative career fits you?
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26 November 2025
How AI Is Transforming Filmmaking
The rise of zero-crew production
FAQ
Every question answered.
Got questions? We’ve answered everything you need to know before starting your creative journey with us.
No. Many of our most successful alumni came in with zero background in VFX or animation. Our foundational modules are designed to take complete beginners to professional level. If you have existing experience, we’ll assess your level and place you in the right module, you won’t sit through content you’ve already mastered.
Course fees start from approximately Rs.60,000 for short courses and go up to Rs.1.8L for advanced diplomas. We offer no-cost EMI plans from Rs.2,999/month, scholarships up to 40% for merit-based applicants, and special pricing for working professionals. Book a counselling session to get an exact fee structure.
Our alumni work at Prime Focus, DNEG, Red Chillies VFX, Tata Elxsi, Prana Studios, DQ Entertainment, Yash Raj Films, and over 40 other studios across Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, and Bangalore. We share a live placement log with incoming students so there’s full transparency.
Absolutely. We run weekend batches (Saturday–Sunday) and evening batches specifically for working professionals. Many of our Motion Graphics and Short Course students completed their training while employed full-time.
MECAT (Media & Entertainment Creative Aptitude Test) is the only assessment of its kind in India. It evaluates visual thinking, spatial reasoning, and creative instincts to match you with the right specialisation. It’s free, takes 20 minutes, and has helped hundreds of students avoid choosing the wrong course.
We offer active placement assistance. Our placement team works on your resume, portfolio, and interviews, and makes direct introductions to hiring studios. 95% of graduates are placed within 3 months of completing their course. We support all alumni for life — there is no expiry on our help.
Course durations vary from 3 months to 18 months, depending on the program.
Depending on the course, you will learn tools like After Effects, Premiere Pro, Maya, Blender, Nuke, Photoshop, Illustrator, Houdini, Cinema 4D and more.
Absolutely. Portfolio-building is a core part of our training. Students graduate with a professional showreel.
Yes. Easy EMI options are available. Speak to our counsellor for details.
Our experienced mentors, studio-standard workstations, real projects, placement support, and strong industry connect.
Ready to talk?
Speak with our counsellors and get expert guidance on courses, career paths, and placements.